General & Other
General & Other judgments from Canadian courts and tribunals, with a plain-English summary, the legal holding and frequently asked questions.
Wig Quality Claim Rejected in Civil Resolution Tribunal Decision
In a recent Civil Resolution Tribunal case, a customer requested a refund for a wig she believed was of poor quality and did not fit properly. The Tribunal found that the customer failed to provide enough evidence to support her claim and dismissed it.
Decision on Unpaid Cleaning Invoices - Civil Resolution Tribunal
The claimant requested payment for cleaning services and site orientations. The respondents argued that some services were incomplete or not agreed upon. The tribunal ruled that the respondents owe $1,609.50 for unpaid invoices but dismissed the claim for the site orientation.
Claim for Unpaid Fees After Motion Capture Shoot Cancellation
The claimant was hired for a motion capture shoot but the shoot was cancelled. The claimant argued for payment under the contract, claiming $3,284.08 in fees and travel costs. The Tribunal found an implied term requiring reasonable notice of cancellation and awarded $3,175 in damages and fees.
Union's Misleading Actions Regarding Policy Grievance Violate Duty of Fair Representation
Request for Vehicle Compensation Due to Accident Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's request for compensation for a vehicle damaged in an accident. The claimant argued the insurer delayed settling the claim, leading to the vehicle being scrapped. However, the tribunal found insufficient evidence to support the claimant's request for $3,000.
Claimant Wins Payment for Bookkeeping and Payroll Services
In a Small Claims case, the claimant successfully recovered payment for bookkeeping and payroll services from the respondent. The Civil Resolution Tribunal ruled in favour of the claimant, ordering the respondent to pay a total of $2,133.39, including interest and fees.
Federal Court Upholds Decision on Ambiguous Patent Claims
In a recent decision, the Federal Court of Appeal upheld the ruling that certain patent claims were invalid because they were too ambiguous. The court emphasized the importance of clear definitions in patent claims to ensure they provide adequate notice to the public.
Used Vehicle Defect Claims Dismissed by Civil Resolution Tribunal
The Civil Resolution Tribunal dismissed a claimant's allegations of vehicle defects and misrepresentations because the claimant failed to provide sufficient evidence and the 'buyer beware' principle applied.
Supreme Court Upholds Criminal Appeal Rejection
Certification of United Steelworkers as Bargaining Agent
Sectional Couch Manufacturing Defects Lead to Full Refund - Civil Resolution Tribunal
Federal Court Upholds Tribunal's Decision on Misleading Pricing Representations
Federal Court Rejects Claims of Trademark Ownership and Copyright Invalidity
Insurance Coverage Claim for Vehicle Damage Dismissed
Federal Public Sector Labour Relations and Employment Board Rules on Timeliness of Grievance
Decision on Payment for Professional Engineering Services in Small Claims
A professional engineer sought payment for services rendered under a contract. The client disputed the final invoice, arguing the charges were unreasonable and overinflated. The Tribunal ruled that the engineer had not sufficiently justified the charges and ordered partial payment.